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Your stay — Bananas Bungalows
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The Property — Bananas Bungalows
Bananas Bungalows is a laid-back three-star operation set back from Ao Nang’s main strip, wrapped in tropical gardens. The reception feel is low-key and slightly sun-bleached: concrete floors, a noticeboard for day trips, and a rack of well-used beach towels. It suits independent travellers on a medium budget who want a quiet base with direct access to the beach, rather than poolside luxury or organised socialising.
Chronicles of Krabi
Krabi town began as a small fishing and trading settlement, but the real story is the wider province, where karst limestone cliffs and offshore islands drew climbers and backpackers from the 1980s onward. The airport opened in 1999, transforming the coast from a low-key escape into a mainstream tourist hub. Architecturally, the province never developed a skyline – instead, low-rise hotels and bungalow clusters spread along the beachfronts, leaving the rock formations as the unchanging backdrop. Today, Krabi balances an international resort economy with a strong sense of local identity, seen in the weekend night market and the quiet authority of the mosque minarets.
Best Time to Visit
Full Krabi guide →Best months
December to February offer the driest weather, reliable sunshine and calm seas, with daytime temperatures around 30°C. These months also avoid the heavy monsoon rain of the south-west season, making it the most comfortable window for island-hopping and beach time.
Peak / festival surge
Peak runs from December through January, driven by European and domestic school holidays and the New Year celebrations. Hotel prices double or triple during this period, and advance booking is essential. The Krabi Naga Festival in November also draws local crowds, but it’s mostly the Christmas-New Year rush that defines high season.
Budget shoulder season
March to May is the hottest, driest shoulder period: temperatures push 34°C, humidity builds, but crowds thin and room rates drop 30-50% compared to peak. It’s a good window for budget travellers who can handle the heat and who want quieter boat trips.
Weather & packing
Krabi’s climate is dominated by two monsoons, but showers can arrive abruptly even in the dry season. Pack a lightweight quick-dry rain jacket or a small umbrella, and always keep sandals or flip-flops handy – heavy rain can flood low-lying streets within minutes.
Live City Briefing — Krabi
- The Ao Nang beachfront walking street has been extended another 200 metres east, adding stalls and live music, but evening traffic congestion around the Soi 8 junction has worsened.
- A new speedboat service directly from Krabi Airport to Railay Beach launched in March 2026, cutting transfer time to 45 minutes but selling out fast in daylight hours.
- The Krabi provincial government introduced a mandatory 20-baht ‘environmental fee’ for all overnight visitors from June 2026, collected at hotel check-in.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Bananas Bungalows, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a top-floor room at the rear of the property, away from the main road. The third floor is the highest and likely quietest, with less foot traffic overhead.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street – Krabi’s traffic noise can be persistent, and ground-floor rooms may also pick up noise from the reception and common areas.
Best views
Rooms facing away from the main road (likely the rear or side of the building) will overlook tropical gardens or local neighbourhoods rather than traffic. No sea views at a 3-star in this town setting.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors offer better sound insulation from street-level activity. The third floor is the preferred option if available.
🔊 Noise notes
Krabi town has motorbike and tuk-tuk traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel’s street-facing rooms will pick up that noise, especially on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the third floor when booking – this usually avoids overhead noise and street-level disturbances. 2. If you have a car, ask about free parking at check-in; some 3-star hotels in Krabi offer it but it’s first-come, first-served.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Bananas Bungalows
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 10 Mbps) throughout property; no premium tier. One device per room; password provided at check-in
No lift; property consists of two-storey wooden bungalows with stairs only
No newspapers or digital newsstand; common area TV shows Thai news channels. Building is a traditional Thai-style wooden bungalow complex with open corridors
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs 500 THB, after 12:00 charged half-day rate
Free luggage storage at reception for day-use; no overnight storage
No step-free access; property has sandy paths and steps to all rooms. Not wheelchair accessible
Free on-site parking for 10 cars; first-come, first-served. Nearest public car park is Ao Nang Public Parking (300 THB per night) 1 km away. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 200 THB per person per night, paid at check-in
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit via bank transfer or credit card; 1,000 THB incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Thai Baht, THB
Use ATMs for the best rates; withdraw large amounts to minimise fees. Avoid exchange counters at the airport and tourist bureaux — they give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard accepted at hotels, larger restaurants and shops; cash needed for street food, taxis and small stalls. Contactless is rare outside big chains.
Not expected but appreciated – round up taxi fares or leave 20-50 THB for good service in restaurants; hotel porters and cleaners get 20-40 THB.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Black coffee from local street stalls or 7-Eleven for around 35-50 THB.
Pad Thai or rice dish from a food stall or local eatery for 50-100 THB.
Stir-fry or curry main at a simple Thai restaurant for 80-150 THB.
Night markets on Maharaj Road and near the pier are the main cheap-eats zones; look for stalls with a queue of locals.
Tesco Lotus Express, 7-Eleven and Big C are common budget supermarkets.
Walk along Maharaj Soi 1 or the market behind Vogue department store for cheap T-shirts, shorts and swimwear.
Local songthaews (shared pickups) cost 50-100 THB for short hops; from Krabi Airport, take the Airport Bus (150 THB) rather than a taxi (500+ THB).
Eat at food stalls and markets rather than tourist restaurants on the beach road. Book ferries and tours directly at the pier, not via your hotel. Haggle politely at markets but not at fixed-price shops or 7-Eleven.
Good to know — Krabi
Type A/B/C · 220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ฿33.65 · THB
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Krabi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Bananas Bungalows
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Krabi Town or any Lanta rental shop → Ananda Lanta Resort
Krabi Airport or Krabi Bus Terminal → Lanta Old Town or Saladan Pier (hotel drop-off sometimes included)
💡 You’ll switch at the pier onto a songthaew or taxi for the final 2km to Ananda Lanta. Those with big luggage should negotiate the drop-off in advance.
Koh Lanta — any point from Saladan to Klong Dao → Ananda Lanta Resort
💡 Flag one down on the main road (the one parallel to the beach). They rarely go to the resort gate — expect a short walk from the road. Agree price before boarding.
Krabi Airport (KBV) → Ananda Lanta Resort, Koh Lanta
💡 Book through the hotel or a service like 12Go for a fixed rate. The drive includes a 15-minute car ferry onto the island — keep cash for onboard snacks.
About Krabi
Wikipedia ↗
Krabi (Thai: กระบี่, pronounced [krā.bìː]) is the capital of and main town in Krabi Province (thesaban mueang), on the west coast of southern Thailand, where the Krabi River flows into Phang Nga Bay. The town lies 650 km (400 mi) south of Bangkok, and as of 2020, has a population of 32,644. As in mu...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Bananas Bungalows?
Request a top-floor room at the rear of the property, away from the main road. The third floor is the highest and likely quietest, with less foot traffic overhead.
Which rooms should I avoid at Bananas Bungalows?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor facing the street – Krabi’s traffic noise can be persistent, and ground-floor rooms may also pick up noise from the reception and common areas.
Is Bananas Bungalows noisy?
Krabi town has motorbike and tuk-tuk traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel’s street-facing rooms will pick up that noise, especially on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at Bananas Bungalows?
Rooms facing away from the main road (likely the rear or side of the building) will overlook tropical gardens or local neighbourhoods rather than traffic. No sea views at a 3-star in this town setting.
What are insider tips for staying at Bananas Bungalows?
1. Request a room on the third floor when booking – this usually avoids overhead noise and street-level disturbances. 2. If you have a car, ask about free parking at check-in; some 3-star hotels in Krabi offer it but it’s first-come, first-served.
What time is check-in at Bananas Bungalows?
Check-in at Bananas Bungalows is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Bananas Bungalows have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (approx 10 Mbps) throughout property; no premium tier. One device per room; password provided at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Bananas Bungalows?
200 THB per person per night, paid at check-in
Where can I eat cheaply near Bananas Bungalows?
Pad Thai or rice dish from a food stall or local eatery for 50-100 THB.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Bananas Bungalows?
Local songthaews (shared pickups) cost 50-100 THB for short hops; from Krabi Airport, take the Airport Bus (150 THB) rather than a taxi (500+ THB).
When is the best time to visit Krabi?
December to February offer the driest weather, reliable sunshine and calm seas, with daytime temperatures around 30°C. These months also avoid the heavy monsoon rain of the south-west season, making it the most comfortable window for island-hopping and beach time.
Top Attractions in Krabi
💡 Go hungry and try the grilled moo ping (pork skewers) and roti with banana. Arrive by 5 PM to browse before it gets packed.
💡 Take the footpath from Railay West at low tide. Bring water shoes for the rocky sections.
💡 Take the steps before 8 AM to avoid sun and crowds. Bring water and stop at the halfway rest area. The temple requires covered shoulders and knees.
💡 Combine with a river tour for 300-400 THB per person. Go early morning to avoid heat and crowds.
💡 Wear sturdy trainers, not flip-flops. The trail gets slippery after rain. Go early (8 AM) to avoid the tour groups. Entry is 200 THB per person.